Question 1

what is a herniated aorta?

Accepted Answer

No such thing: A hernia is an abnormal protrusion of an organ through a defect -- this really can't happen with the aorta. An enlarged aorta may (incorrectly) be called a "hernia", but more appropriately that would be ectasia or an aneurysm.

Question 2

what is slight unfolding of aorta?

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Xray: This is a chest xray appearance of a widening of the normal aortic arch curve in the superior thorax. It does not necessarily have pathologic import though it is often seen in older patients and those with hypertension and atherosclerotic disease.

Question 3

what does a pinched aorta feel like?

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doesn't happen: Aortas don't get pinched. They can become aneurysmal, rupture, leak, become stenotic (develop "blockage"), tear, become infected, inflamed - but not pinched.

Question 4

what is the normal psi of your aorta?

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2-3.5 PSI: Pressure in the aorta is measured in mm of mercury, or mmhg. To convert to psi, divide normal aortic pressure of 100-180 mmhg by 10 to get cmhg, then use any simple conversion chart or app. It works out to 1.9 to 3.5 psi. Curious as to why you would want to know this though?

Question 5

what does uncoiling of the aorta mean?

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Aorta: The term uncoiling of the aorta refers to an appearance on the chest xray which looks like the aorta has untwisted and elongated as if it is an unwound coil of a spring.

Question 6

can a person be born without an aorta?

Accepted Answer

No: The aorta is the vascular conduit taking blood out of the heart for distribution to the rest of the body. There must be some vascular connection from the heart to the body to provide circulation.

Question 7

what is the definition or meaning of aorta?

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Main artery: It's the largest and main artery coming of the left ventricle/heart . It gives branches to the heart , brain and all organs in the body.

Question 8

what is the meaning of,, aorta is not unusual?

Accepted Answer

: Itt means just that, you aorta appears to be normal, not unusual.

Question 9

could i survive a knife stab through the aorta?

Accepted Answer

Through the: Actual aorta - very unlikely. If you are having
thoughts about killing yourself,  get seen at the nearest emergency room now. Have a friend or relative drive you or call 911 for emergency services for transport. You can call the national suicide hotlines 24/7 at 1-800-suicide (1-800-784-2433) or 1-800-273 – talk (1-800-273-8255) for support.

Question 10

what is the result of a large hole in the aorta?

Accepted Answer

Aorta: A large hole in the wall of the aorta would be fatal if not immediately closed.

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